“Chess is the gymnasium of the mind.”

Blaise Pascal



NM Matt Dahl wins record 5th Rochester Open!

Rochester Grand Summer Open: Matt Dahl wins his 5th Rochester Open!  Matt generously donated his prize back to the Rochester Chess Club.  We have enjoyed having Matt at out tournaments over the years and we’d like to thank him for his donation.  There is a picture of Matt on ourRead More…

Volunteers needed for tomorrow and Saturday

Dear club members, The Rochester Grand Summer Open will be held tomorrow night and all day Saturday at the Harwick Cafeteria.  We are looking for a few volunteers to help with setup tomorrow evening and clean up on Saturday evening.  Please send Dennis Mays, dennis_mays@q.com, an email if you are interestedRead More…

Maor wins May G/90!

Congrats to Maor and Richard for winning their respective May G/90 sections!  Full crosstable: http://www.uschess.org/msa/XtblMain.php?201305299912 RCC Closed Qualifiers: https://rochesterchess.com/schedule/rcc-2013-championship/ Upcoming Events June schedule posted:  See the schedule on the right sidebar.  Blitz and Quick chess events will cost $1. Hello Chess Enthusiasts,  This is a reminder about Rochester’s premier chess event, the Rochester GrandRead More…